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Having problems with your Canon PowerShot A710 IS Digital Camera ?

Re Canon Powershot A710 IS
The following are not working:
zoom, menu, picture selection scroll, picture download button
BUT it is still possible to take pictures and download by using PC software.
Can the camera be reset to get it working again?
D Barrie

Answers :

Hello

OK, firstly i will start by mentioning that this is a reoccurring fault with this specific unit.

The problem is most probably that either the plastic pins of the camera buttons that push on the circuit board has been shifted. Or, the circuit board itself is damaged.

If the camera is still in the warranty i would suggest that you take it back to point of purchase as soon as possible.

If not, this is not something i would suggest you attempt to fix yourself. As it is not a problem than will be resolved by a software reset, this is a hardware problem. I will suggest you take yhe camera to your nearest service centre of repair store, and let them have a look at it for you.

Please do not hesitate to let me know if you need any further assistance.

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